X-ray, ankle
Facility: Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc
Billing Code: 73610 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 73610
- Insurance Median: $82
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.92x Medicare
Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.
Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.
Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.
Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare
Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $88.91 as the cost baseline. Rates below the baseline represent excellent value. In-network commercial rates commonly hover around 150% - 250% of Medicare, while rates exceeding 300% are elevated. Hover over the green and blue markers to view detailed calculations.
Out-of-Pocket Cost Estimator
Estimate whether it is more economical to use your insurance or pay the upfront self-pay cash rate.
Commercial Insurance Negotiated Rates
Negotiated contract ranges established by major commercial carriers at this facility.
| Carrier / Plan Group | Contract Rate Range | vs. Medicare Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $59 | 66% |
| Via Christi Research | $81 | 91% |
| Medicare (plans) | $81 - $83 | 91% |
| Va | $81 | 91% |
| Humana | $81 | 91% |
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $81 | 91% |
| Vc Hope | $81 | 91% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $83 | 93% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $83 - $228 | 93% |
| Aetna | $84 | 94% |
| Corizon | $102 | 115% |
| Smarthealth | $114 | 128% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $138 | 155% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the X-ray, ankle procedure (CPT 73610), the negotiated rates at Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc. range from $59 to $228 across 13 payers, with a median negotiated amount of $82.00. This facility is a voluntary non-profit church-owned acute care hospital located in Wichita, KS (ZIP 67235). While the data does not provide specific cash or state/county average figures for direct comparison, the facility's Medicare benchmark rate is $88.91. Under federal protections like the No Surprises Act, patients should be aware that balance billing for out-of-network services at in-network facilities is generally prohibited for emergency and non-emergency care, though unexpected ancillary charges from out-of-network providers can still occur.
Patients with high-deductible plans may find that paying cash directly is more cost-effective than using insurance, as the insurance negotiated rate often exceeds the cash price. Since the facility does not list a specific cash median, it is advisable to contact the hospital directly to inquire about self-pay or prompt-pay discounts, which can range from 20% to 50% off the billed amount. If you receive a bill, always request a full itemized statement before agreeing to pay, as summary bills can obscure errors such as double-billing or unbundled codes. Disputing any discrepancies in writing ensures your rights are protected and helps prevent unnecessary medical debt.